The scene in Hartington Street in Normanton after a woman's body was found Credit: ITV News Central/ Darren Branston

Specialist detectives have begun a murder investigation in Derby after a woman's body was found on a service road near homes.

Forensic teams have been working throughout the day in Hartington Street Credit: ITV News Central/ Darren Branston

Officers say the woman, in her 30's, was found on Hartington Street in Normanton by a member of the public.

A large police cordon has been in place while investigations continue Credit: ITV News Central/ Darren Branston

She was wearing distinctive camouflage patterned leggings and a black fleece top. Detectives from the East Midlands Special Operations Unit are leading the investigation, and are appealing for anyone who saw her in the area to come forward.